In a recent letter, the Florida surgeon general advised that the newest COVID-19 vaccine is not necessary for those under 65 or small children. However,
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Tens of Thousands of Unionized Health Care Workers Prepare for Potential Strike
Tens of thousands of unionized health care workers employed by Kaiser Permanente are preparing to go on strike if contract negotiations fail. This would be
Free Drive-Thru Vaccine Clinic in Boise Provides Flu Vaccines to Community Members
Community members in Boise are invited to a free drive-thru vaccine clinic on Saturday, September 30th. The event, hosted by the Idaho Immunization Coalition in
New COVID-19 Vaccines Now Available for Children, Alongside Fall Flu Shots
Health officials have announced that COVID-19 vaccines for children have begun shipping, although availability remains limited. In the two weeks since its approval, approximately 2
Short-Term Exposure to Air Pollution Increases Risk of Stroke, Study Finds
A new meta-analysis published in the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology suggests that short-term exposure to air pollution can significantly increase the
The 13th Annual Health Care Investors Conference Highlights Funding Challenges and Investment Opportunities
The 13th annual Health Care Investors Conference (HCIC), hosted by Bass, Berry & Sims, took place on September 20 as part of the Nashville Healthcare
The Challenges of COVID Vaccination in Nursing Homes
Nursing homes in the United States are facing challenges in distributing and administering COVID-19 vaccines to residents and staff members. Despite the vulnerable population in
Healthcare Simulation Week Highlights Importance of Training for First Responders and Nurses
Mohave Community College Health and Public Services recently organized Healthcare Simulation Week in collaboration with local healthcare agencies and emergency services. The event aimed to
The Potential of Artificial Intelligence in Diagnosing Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to revolutionize the diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), according to a recent study published in npj Mental Health
Job Loss During Pregnancy Associated with Increased Risk of Miscarriage and Stillbirth
Exposure to job loss during pregnancy is linked to a higher risk of miscarriage and stillbirth, according to a recent study published in Human Reproduction.